. >>> today is an anniversary that will please or annoy you. 20 years ago today neil pap worth sent the first-ever text message merry christmas and sent it to the cell phone or vodafone executive richard jarvis. it's done well since. >> i think so. >> it's picking up. [ laughter ] >> maybe a little. >>> 6:49. time now for a look at what's coming up later on "cbs this morning." >> that old texter himself charlie rose joins from us new york with the latest on the big show. good morning, charlie. >> reporter: hey, good morning, frank and michelle. ahead, hoping to reinvent a classic american car. the ceo of ford will be with us for a big announcement about lincoln's new ride. plus, searching for signs of life on mars. an astrophysicist is here with a reality check on the announcement expected today from nasa. that and more when we see you at 7:00. >> sounds good. charlie, thank you. >>> and as charlie said, remember "cbs this morning" starts at 7:00. >> right now we need to find out about weather and i guess all is dry today. >> guys, i have to admit i have seen people in there doing that.